Monday, June 23, 2008

Saturday at Pirbright (Nelson and Drouet)




On Saturday, we were very fortunate to have training time on two more competition ranges.

In the morning we were on the FIBUA range, where we practiced ARA Match 17 (which includes 4 practices, a total of 40 shots). This match features a continuous firing and movement from 100 yards on down, using the standing and kneeling positions.



In the afternoon we were on Drouet Range, the ETR (Electric Target Range) which has electric targets set to pop up at 100, 200 and 300 meters. ARA Matches 2 and 7 are both shot here, both involving a run (one with the respirator). The matches feature snaps and rapids, some with one-shot (fall when hit) targets, and some with double-taps and very fast rapids. Adding to the challenge is the requirement to adjust the point of aim to accommodate both the distance and the wind.

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